Dave Kane
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Have you ever considered co-authoring a book? I think that your writing style would mesh in a wonderful way with Brandon Sanderson. I understand that it could be a huge challenge, but it's been really successful (in my opinion) in the past. Just a wild thought. :)
Michael J. Sullivan
Hey Dave, This is something my wife (the business genius) keeps saying I should do. It'd be a good way to cross-pollinate my readers and another author's readers, a win-win for all.
The problem...I don't play well with others, especially when it comes to writing. I'm very particular and would constantly be editing areas of the book written by "the other guy/gal," and that would be frustrating for both of us. Quite frankly it would be a nightmare.
That said, for aspiring authors out there, I highly recommend the practice for the same reasons Robin want's me to do it. If you can play well with others it could mean a great opportunity.
Thanks for asking Dave.
The problem...I don't play well with others, especially when it comes to writing. I'm very particular and would constantly be editing areas of the book written by "the other guy/gal," and that would be frustrating for both of us. Quite frankly it would be a nightmare.
That said, for aspiring authors out there, I highly recommend the practice for the same reasons Robin want's me to do it. If you can play well with others it could mean a great opportunity.
Thanks for asking Dave.
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Leo
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Michael J. Sullivan:
I know you've stated that a post-Revelations book is likely. My question is just how likely? Your work is the most fun, best written fantasy I've read in ages. I've been on a three-year kick reading very little outside the genre. I was nearing complete fatigue before I picked up Theft of Swords. You and Sanderson are head-and-shoulders above the rest. You also seem like one heck of a nice guy. Thank you for your work.
Rachel
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Is there a specific order I should read the books if I've never picked them up before?
Mike Taylor
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Michael J. Sullivan:
That is so insightful. Now for the hard ones....Dragonlance by Weis and Hickman? Influential or not? Now I have to know....is Beatrice, even remotely based upon anyone you know? (your wife?) Do you identify with any one of your characters over another (please don't say Nyphron!) Thank you for the replies and your stories. Love your wife's thoughts at the end. So, so cool! Hooked.
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